1984 Fiat Regata vs. 1990 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Regata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Regata would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 740 kg more than 1984 Fiat Regata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Jaguar XJS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Regata, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Regata | 1990 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | Regata | XJS |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2600 mm |
